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Shea Homes® is excited to announce the expansion of our active lifestyle portfolio with our newest Trilogy® community in North Carolina, just north of Charlotte. This naturally beautiful master planned community features a stunning 606 acres set amidst a verdant backdrop of lush forests and meadows, as if the varied geography itself were specifically designed for a world of new adventures. Southern charm, tradition, and heritage define the famed Queen City of Charlotte, rich in culture, nature, and history and with an ideal four-season climate, perfect for your year-round activities.

Trilogy Lake Norman is so close to so much, yet feels like a secluded getaway destination. Located just a few miles from I-77 and renowned Lake Norman, our newest Trilogy gives you easy access to all the attractions this amazing area is known for, including Charlotte’s historic uptown square with its unique dining and boutique shopping, as well as arts and cultural treasures such as the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte Nature Museum, and the Billy Graham Library. With Charlotte’s Center City so close to Trilogy, there’s no better place to call home for everyone who enjoys the arts, entertainment, fun, and adventure. Home to the NFL Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, and one of the most exciting college basketball scenes in the nation, Charlotte offers the best in recreational, college, and pro sporting venues. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy endless hours of exploration, fishing, hiking, boating, and much, much more. Discover some amazing local parks, gardens, and lakes, including the 520 square mile treasure known as Lake Norman, the largest outdoor playground in the Carolinas! Can’t wait to travel all over the world? Charlotte Douglas International airport is just 25 minutes away from Trilogy Lake Norman and offers easy access to national and international destinations.

The Trilogy® philosophy is about Living the Good Life. It’s a feeling unlike any other and one you have to experience firsthand. We think you should live it every day, in every way. That’s how we approached the creation of this inspired new community.

First, we consulted top hospitality talent from resorts, hotels and restaurants to design an incomparable resort experience. Then, we added our own high-quality, innovative spin and the result is Trilogy Lake Norman, a community that rivals the world’s finest resorts. And you can call it home. Come see for yourself. We invite you to visit us today.

About Trilogy® Lake Norman:

Nine incredible floor plans featuring innovative new designs

Open floor plans with incredible indoor/outdoor living

Approximately 7 miles of walking, hiking, cycling trails

Near beautiful Lake Norman!

Spectacular Club coming in 2017!

Make an appointment to learn more today at 800-685-6494

Watch our new video with real Trilogy homeowners to see why Trilogy was named “America’s Most Trusted™ Resort Builder” for the last three years in the Lifestory Research® “America’s Most Trusted Builders” study.

The Trilogy difference is why we attract the kind of people who are redefining this stage of life in fresh and surprising ways.

Is the cold weather keeping you in? Are you or a friend looking for a new home?

We invite you to come out to our Open House event in China Grove! Good food, gorgeous homes, and more! Bring a sustainable food pantry item (rice, pasta, canned food, etc) to help out Rowan Helping Ministries, and be entered to win 2 Hornets tickets!

Choosing a Charlotte new home builder is a difficult task, how do you know what to look for? Where can you find information? It can all be a bit overwhelming to say the least. In an effort to help you make your decision we went ahead and jotted down some thoughts and useful resources for you. We recognize that each soon to be homeowner is unique, so keep in mind that these are listed in no particular order, as what is most important will differ by individual. We hope this helps!

Location– Are the neighborhoods available located in areas that make sense for you? Is it as close to – or far away from, the city as you would like to be? Take some time to map out how long it will take you to accomplish what you need to each day. Some individuals are willing to make 15 minute drives to the grocery store, or hour long commutes, others aren’t. Check out the traffic in the area as well, Waze is a great app that will help you accomplish this.

Schools– If you have children or are planning to have children, schools are sure to be close to the top of your priority list. Greatschools.org is a wonderful resource for reviews on local schools and features both public and private schools. Do a little investigating, ask around, and head straight to the source by scheduling a tour to make sure the school is up to your standards.

Price Range– This one is clearly important, as your budget will dictate many of your options. Make sure your builder is competitive with other builders in the area of similar quality, but be sure you’re not comparing oranges to apples. Some builders focus on quantity, others quality (we think of ourselves as the quality type). Obviously, you will pay for quality of materials, location, and many other factors. Just make sure the price is in line with what is reasonable for you.

Builder Reputation– We like to say that we don’t build houses, we build homes. Your home is where you are going to make memories, and you don’t want just anyone building it. Look up recent reviews on the builders in the area, and check them out on social media. This will help you get a feel for what they’re all about. Are they tied to the community? Do they have happy customers? Do they address the concerns of the unhappy customers? All are important in your evaluation.

Plans– Does the builder you are considering offer plans that will fit your needs? You might need an in-law suite, or space for a home office. Make sure you can find a plan that’s right for you. Blueprints are wonderful, space planners are great, but nothing replaces actually visiting the plan. Ask your sales representative if he/she can tell you where there may be a model or a home in progress for you to visit.

Square Footage– This can be difficult because you’ll want to take into account what you need now and what you’ll need in the future. Cost of living, time put into upkeep, and flexibility of the space can all be dependent upon square footage. We found a great article that might help you.

Design Studio– We’re partial to this one because we love our design studio, but also because we believe in giving you the chance to see your selections, and get ideas on what you might like to put together, in person. When we consider new products to incorporate into our homes we want to see, touch, and test them. We’re pretty sure you might be similar when selecting what you’ll put in your new home. If a builder does not have a design studio do they have adequate online pictures (many of ours are on houzz )? Can you go see the selections used in homes in progress or the model?

Hopefully we’ve given you some things to think about as you enter into your home building journey. We’re here to answer any questions you may have, ask in the comments below or contact us.

We throw open the doors of our Tensley Model at Miller’s Grove on Saturday, April 19 at 11AM!

If you have been eagerly anticipating this new model like we have, please stop by for a tour! Our hours will be Saturday from 11 – 6. Please note will we be CLOSED Sunday April 20th in observance of Easter.

We also have 3 inventory homes available if you would like to see additional floorplans, including our new 1-story home, the Salina. Our 4 floorplans range from 1,900 to over 2,700 square feet, with prices from the $170’s to $200’s.

We look forward to seeing you at Miller’s Grove soon!

Save the date – join us for our Grand Opening Event on Saturday, May 17 from 12 -2 PM. We will have light refreshments and a giveaway!

Miller’s Grove is located on Hwy 152/W Church St, just 1 mile west of Hwy 29-A in China Grove. The official address is:

508 Berrybeth Circle China Grove, NC 28023

If using a GPS for directions, please use Pleasant Village Lane, China Grove, NC 28023. This street is located directly across from the entrance of Miller’s Grove. Click to get directions via Google Maps.

Hints of spring are in the air, what else is? Your home tends to experience a bit more traffic in the winter, and with that increased traffic comes more dust, dirt, and other allergens. You want to start spring fresh, so it’s time to clean the air in your home. Here are a few tips […]